Position Summary
The Live Hanger is a critical entry-level role responsible for the first stage of the production process. This position involves lifting live poultry from transport crates and securing them onto a moving shackle line with speed, accuracy, and care. This role requires high physical stamina and a commitment to maintaining both production pace and animal welfare standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Line Loading: Lift birds from conveyor belts or crates and hang them by their legs onto moving shackles at a consistent rate to meet plant production goals.
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Animal Welfare: Handle all poultry in accordance with company humane handling policies and industry regulations to minimize stress or injury to the birds.
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Quality Control: Identify and cull birds that do not meet health or processing standards, notifying the supervisor of any unusual flock conditions.
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Equipment Monitoring: Ensure shackles are moving correctly and report any mechanical issues or line stoppages immediately.
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Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safety protocols to prevent workplace injuries, such as repetitive motion strains.
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Sanitation: Maintain a clean work area and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
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Stamina: Ability to stand for the duration of a shift (8–10 hours) in a fast-paced environment.
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Manual Dexterity: Constant use of hands, wrists, and arms; ability to perform repetitive grasping and lifting.
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Lifting: Frequently lift and carry weights ranging from 5 to 10 lbs per bird.
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Environment: Must be comfortable working in a “live hang” environment, which includes exposure to dust, feathers, noise, and varying temperatures.
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PPE: Ability to wear required gear, including earplugs, hairnets, gloves, and aprons.
Qualifications
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Experience: Previous experience in a poultry processing plant or manual labor environment is preferred but not required.
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Reliability: Strong attendance record and the ability to work early morning or late-night shifts as needed.
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Teamwork: Ability to work closely with others on a fast-moving line to ensure steady product flow.
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Communication: Basic ability to understand and follow safety instructions and production directives.
Note to Applicants: This position is vital to the efficiency of our operations. We provide comprehensive training on humane handling and ergonomic safety to ensure all team members are successful and supported from day one.